Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet
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Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of infections. It works by stopping the growth of microorganisms and killing the existing ones that cause the infection.
Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with or without food. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, diarrhea, nausea, stomach upset, and taste change. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Do not take it if you are pregnant or could become pregnant unless your doctor has told you to.
Uses of Alcan Tablet
- Treatment of Infections
Benefits of Alcan Tablet
In Treatment of Infections
Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet used to treat various infections caused by bacteria such as meningitis (infection of the brain), bronchitis (infection of the tubes leading to the lungs), and infections of the ears, throat, stomach, urinary tract. It is also used to treat fungal infections of the vagina and candidiasis (other fungal infections). It is advisable to continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria and fungus are killed. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and difficult to treat.
Side effects of Alcan Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alcan
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Dizziness
- Stomach pain
- Taste change
- Indigestion
- Vomiting
How to use Alcan Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Alcan Tablet works
Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet is a combination of an antifungal (Fluconazole) and an antibiotic (Cefixime). These medicines work by killing the fungi and bacteria by attacking their outer protective covering. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Patients with severe liver disease should not take Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet.
Patients with severe liver disease should not take Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet.
What if you forget to take Alcan Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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- Fluconazole. New York, New York: Pfizer; 2014. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Cefixime. Baltimore, Maryland: Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 1986 [revised May 2012]. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Allpa India Medicines Pvt Ltd
Address: 48/2PRAG NARAIN ROAD LUCKNOW UTTAR PRADESH UP 226001 INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: June, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: June, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Alcan 150mg/200mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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